May 6, 2023
Skin tags are common, harmless growth appearing on your skin’s surface and which doesn’t mean any health complications. Home remedies can be effective in getting rid of skin tags, but you should be careful while handling them.
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Apple cider vinegar can help dry out and remove skin tags. Soak a cotton ball in apple cider vinegar and apply it to your skin tag. Leave it on for up to 10 minutes, then rinse the area with water.
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Its antibacterial and antifungal properties can help remove skin tags. Crush a garlic clove, apply it to your skin tag and cover it with a bandage. Leave it on overnight, and rinse the area with water. Repeat it every night until the skin tag falls off.
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Lemon juice helps break down the cells in your skin tag, causing it to shrink and eventually fall off. Apply lemon juice to the skin tag and leave it on for up to 30 minutes and rinse it off. Repeat this process until you get rid of it.
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Tea tree oil has antifungal and antibacterial properties and can help you get rid of your skin tags effectively. Apply diluted tea tree oil to the affected area with a cotton swab several times a day to eliminate skin tags.
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Soak a pinch of iodine in water, apply it to the affected area and cover it with a bandage until iodine dries off. You may have to repeat it until your skin tag falls off completely. You can apply coconut oil around the infected area to keep it moisturised.
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Baking soda is effective in getting rid of skin tags. Mix some baking soda in castor oil to form a smooth paste and apply it on the affected area. Baking soda helps alter the pH level of skin-tag-causing bacteria and helps remove them.
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While it may be tempting to remove your skin tag by cutting or clipping it off, it can be dangerous and increase the risk of infection. It is best to leave skin tag removal to your medical professional.
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To prevent infection, keep the affected area clean and dry. Avoid touching the skin tag, and do not scratch or pick at it.
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If your skin tag is causing pain or discomfort, or if you are unsure if it is a skin tag, it is best to consult your doctor. They can recommend the safest and most effective way to remove your skin tag.
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